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Senior reporter Roz Waters grew up in the New Forest and lives in Milford. She has worked at the A&T since 2003 and her beat includes Milford Parish Council and the Verderers' Court. She edits the What’s On page.

The improv musical Showstopper is on stage in Poole and Southampton this month

12 November 2025
The improv musical Showstopper is on stage in Poole and Southampton this month

The improv musical Showstopper is on stage in Poole and Southampton this month

12 November 2025

Since its incarnation in 2008, the troupe have performed created more than 1,400 brand new musicals


Review: Haunting good – 2.22 A Ghost Story caps off the spooky season

11 November 2025
Review: Haunting good – 2.22 A Ghost Story caps off the spooky season

Review: Haunting good – 2.22 A Ghost Story caps off the spooky season

11 November 2025

Fast paced and atmospheric, the production excels in creating an atmosphere of escalating dread


80s Hits in The Power of Love at Forest Arts

10 November 2025
80s Hits in The Power of Love at Forest Arts

80s Hits in The Power of Love at Forest Arts

10 November 2025

Milton Musical Society’s compilation show The Power of Love at Forest Arts


Forest cricket club with ‘worst pitch’ in animal grazing row

10 November 2025
Forest cricket club with ‘worst pitch’ in animal grazing row

Forest cricket club with ‘worst pitch’ in animal grazing row

10 November 2025

A cricket club is “breaching its conditions” stopping livestock from grazing on its pitch – after it was voted one of the worst pitches in Hampshire.


Town bridge to close for flood defence repairs

09 November 2025
Town bridge to close for flood defence repairs

Town bridge to close for flood defence repairs

09 November 2025

During daytime working hours from 7am to 7pm, the road will be reduced to a single lane operating under temporary traffic lights.


Hundreds of Forest bylaw breaches reported in just one day

07 November 2025
Hundreds of Forest bylaw breaches reported in just one day

Hundreds of Forest bylaw breaches reported in just one day

07 November 2025

The hotspots were Balmer Lawn, Boltons Bench and Hatchett Pond.


New Forest residents slapped with sudden bill for £5,500

07 November 2025
New Forest residents slapped with sudden bill for £5,500

New Forest residents slapped with sudden bill for £5,500

07 November 2025

Dozens of New Forest homeowners have been “shocked” by sudden £5,500 payment demands to access their homes.


Supernatural thriller 2:22 A Ghost Story at Mayflower Theatre, Southampton

07 November 2025
Supernatural thriller 2:22 A Ghost Story at Mayflower Theatre, Southampton

Supernatural thriller 2:22 A Ghost Story at Mayflower Theatre, Southampton

07 November 2025

The play is written by award-winning writer Danny Robins, creator of the hit BBC podcast and TV series Uncanny


Community firework displays set to dazzle

06 November 2025
Community firework displays set to dazzle

Community firework displays set to dazzle

06 November 2025

The skies will be illuminated this weekend as a trio of popular community fireworks return.


Spook-tacular fun at Exbury Gardens

05 November 2025
Spook-tacular fun at Exbury Gardens

Spook-tacular fun at Exbury Gardens

05 November 2025

The train ride was a full immersive experience featuring an assortment of gruesome ghouls and spooky spirits.


The Overtones Christmas concert tour will visit Bournemouth and Southampton

03 November 2025
The Overtones Christmas concert tour will visit Bournemouth and Southampton

The Overtones Christmas concert tour will visit Bournemouth and Southampton

03 November 2025

From flawless harmonies to festive favourites, audiences can expect a show full of Christmas magic


Return of free beach firework display

31 October 2025
Return of free beach firework display

Return of free beach firework display

31 October 2025

A popular community firework display is set to return to Avon Beach next week.


Most Haunted Live, The Barn, Ringwood

31 October 2025
Most Haunted Live, The Barn, Ringwood

Most Haunted Live, The Barn, Ringwood

31 October 2025

Paranormal investigation show Most Haunted Live will be at The Barn in Ringwood.


Businesses urged to halt ‘piggy tourism’ as pannage extended

31 October 2025
Businesses urged to halt ‘piggy tourism’ as pannage extended

Businesses urged to halt ‘piggy tourism’ as pannage extended

31 October 2025

Businesses are being urged to stop promoting the New Forest to “piggy tourists” following concerns they are being “plagued” by visitors.


Sculptor’s annual charity poppy hunt returns on Remembrance Sunday

30 October 2025
Sculptor’s annual charity poppy hunt returns on Remembrance Sunday

Sculptor’s annual charity poppy hunt returns on Remembrance Sunday

30 October 2025

Handcrafted poppies are set to appear across the New Forest on Remembrance Sunday as a Lymington sculptor launches his annual charity treasure hunt.


Annie is perfect half term treat at Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

30 October 2025
Annie is perfect half term treat at Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

Annie is perfect half term treat at Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

30 October 2025

Staging was aptly designed to seamless transition between a stark and unwelcoming orphanage and an opulent mansion


The stars of Cars roll into Beaulieu

30 October 2025
The stars of Cars roll into Beaulieu

The stars of Cars roll into Beaulieu

30 October 2025

The popular characters will include Lightning McQueen, Mater, Jackson Storm and Finn McMissile.


Pride and joy: The Lion King at London’s Lyceum Theatre

29 October 2025
Pride and joy: The Lion King at London’s Lyceum Theatre

Pride and joy: The Lion King at London’s Lyceum Theatre

29 October 2025

Lymington born actor Gary Jordan is currently appearing as the bonkers royal advisor Zazu


Popular New Forest steam fair raises £10,000 for charity

29 October 2025
Popular New Forest steam fair raises £10,000 for charity

Popular New Forest steam fair raises £10,000 for charity

29 October 2025

A popular New Forest steam fair raised £10,000 for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance.


Whodunnit fun as Lymington Players stage Secondary Cause of Death

29 October 2025
Whodunnit fun as Lymington Players stage Secondary Cause of Death

Whodunnit fun as Lymington Players stage Secondary Cause of Death

29 October 2025

Laughter, mystery and murder are on the cards as Lymington Players return to the Malt Hall Theatre for a six-night run of Secondary Cause of Death.


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